Reasons People Fear the Gym and How to Get Over Them
There are lots of advantages of working out at the gym. You get access to the latest equipment, great training and advice as well as the boost of camaraderie for a bit of fun and friendly competition. Still, there is a downside or two. Worries about sticking out, not fitting in or picking up nasty […]
3 Butt Lifting Exercises That Aren’t Squats
Have you squeezed on a pair of pants in the dressing room lately, taken a look at your backside, and horror of all horrors—become surprised by something that just doesn’t quite look right? Was gravity once your friend, only to become your enemy? If your butt could use some lifting, then we’ve got the answer. […]
Looking back: top fitness trends of 2015
Another year is almost over and it is time to reflect. What fitness trends dominated? Fitness practices that emphasized convenience, practicality and quality of life rose to the top. That shouldn’t come as a surprise. More of us are concerned with healthy aging as well as making the most of our time and our money. […]
Common Breakfast Mistakes to Stop Making
Are you feeling the effects of fatigue by 10am, experiencing fuzzy brain by 11, and tired of feeling tired all of the time? No matter what challenges you’re facing in the day ahead, a good breakfast is the fuel you need to push through it like a pro. Here are some breakfast mistakes to avoid […]
Forgive yourself for so-called “failed” fitness goals
We are closing in on another round of New Year’s resolutions. Maybe the annual ritual of hopefulness doesn’t feel so hopeful because it reminds you of all the times you’ve promised to get in shape – but didn’t. Don’t fret, it is okay to feel hopeful in spite of past failures. This is a brand […]
How to Do Plyo Without Killing Your Joints
There was a time when you were young, and jumping rope with your friends, or hopping along in a game of “Who can do it farther, and faster” was a part of your daily exercise routine. Luckily, now with a plyometrics workout, you can get back to that fun, and functional form of exercise (jumping, […]
Make your New Year’s Resolution a Habit Now
Although we often think of the New Year as a time to reboot fitness goals, there’s no time like the present. Why wait? Since every day, or every moment for that matter, presents an opportunity to begin again, go for your goals now. Here are some steps you can take to get a jumpstart on […]
Exercise and kids’ self-image
Self-image, or who we believe ourselves to be in terms of things like ability, appearance, talent and the like, is often shaped by our experiences. It is especially important for parents and caregivers to help children develop a healthy self-image. Healthy self-image may help children make better choices about drug and alcohol use as well […]
To G or not to G: food for thought on Gluten
Awareness of gluten, a protein found in wheat and used in many types of foods as a binding agent, has grown exponentially in the last several years. As a result, a number of products are now available to meet the growing demand for gluten free choices. That’s good news for people with celiac disease and […]
Fitness Superstitions
If you’re not reaching your fitness goals fast enough, it may be time to give your mindset a jump start. Got fitness superstitions? While it may sound like a silly add-on to your exercise plan, it could pay off by leaps and bounds. Take it from true pros like Michael Jordan and Serena Williams: sometimes […]
